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Business interests can’t be dictated by family interests

Protecting both family and business interests can only be accomplished  through prudent planning and ongoing dialogue

By Shannon VanRaes January 26, 2016

Ask Jolene Brown when the best time to start planning for farm succession is and you get a one-word answer. “Yesterday,” said the professional speaker and Iowa grain farmer. “It is never too soon to begin planning for the future.” Without a plan, the death of a parent can leave siblings fighting on the way

Dairy cattle, Local news

VIDEO: Dairy producers separate curds from whey at annual meeting

By Shannon VanRaes December 14, 2015

International trade, farm succession, animal welfare and more was on the agenda at Dairy Farmers of Manitoba’s annual general meeting and conference recently held in Winnipeg. Manitoba Co-operator reporter Shannon VanRaes talks to chairman David Wiens about how the meeting went and what was accomplished.

Local news

Liberal and Green Party candidates attend Eat, Think, Vote event

Brandon-Souris candidates discussed the province’s succession crisis,  the need for local processing and infrastructure investments

By Jennifer Paige October 16, 2015

Eat, Think, Vote. That was the theme of several events across the country to get local candidates talking about food policy, including one for the Brandon-Souris riding here last week. It was hosted by Small Farms Manitoba in partnership with Sharing the Table Manitoba and Manitoba Alternative Food Research Alliance. Liberal candidate Jodi Wynman and

Executive director of Food Secure Canada, Diana Bronson encourages farmers  to participate in the Eat, Think, Vote campaign.

Country Crossroads

Food Secure Canada wants to make food an election issue

Food Secure Canada wants farmers to share a meal with a political  candidate and discuss issues surrounding our food system

By Jennifer Paige September 9, 2015

If you were to share a meal with a political candidate running for office, what would be your focus of conversation? Food Secure Canada (FSC) has recently launched the Eat, Think, Vote campaign, geared to engage Canadians in a conversation with candidates about our food system. “The idea is we will invite candidates from all

News

Farm succession plans lacking, poll shows

Just 30 per cent of farms have done formal succession planning

By Lorraine Stevenson May 14, 2015

Most farmers expect to retire and hand over the farm to family, but few appear to be doing anything to ensure it happens, according to results of a newly released Ipsos Reid poll of Canadian farmers. Just 30 per cent of 455 farmers polled for the 2015 Canadian Agricultural Outlook Survey said they are doing

Local news

Young farmers discuss taking the farm to the next generation

Fourth- and fifth-generation farmers discuss the challenges of developing  a succession plan and taking over the family business

By Jennifer Paige March 17, 2015

More than 100 young producers gathered here for the Manitoba Young Farmers conference late last month. Succession planning, connecting with consumers and financial risk management were among the topics for the fifth annual conference organized by the Keystone Agricultural Producers young farmers’ committee and Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Development (MAFRD). “We have had a

Crops, Local news

Land values may have peaked

Land prices could fall, but the only thing that really matters is if you can afford  to make payments on what you’ve already bought

By Shannon VanRaes February 2, 2015

For years land prices and rents have only been doing one thing — climbing. But with the drop in commodity prices and changing markets, it seems that prices may have peaked. “I think we’re at the top of the cycle,” said Merle Good, a former tax specialist from Alberta Agriculture, and a speaker at Ag

infographic of perceptions in agriculture

National news

Gap in understanding between consumers and producers

The Canadian Federation of Independent Business conducted its own survey in response to a recent federal government-commissioned study on public perceptions of agriculture industry

By Meghan Mast October 22, 2014

A new survey reveals farmers have a very different perception about the state of agriculture in Canada than consumers do. The Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB), in response to a recent federal government-commissioned study that reported unfavourable public perceptions of the agriculture industry, questioned 523 producers in an attempt to “combat these misconceptions.” A

Local news

Annual conference highlights female farmer strength, capability

Manitoba Farm Women’s conference features speakers from near and far

By Meghan Mast October 17, 2014

When Beth Connery’s husband died suddenly in the summer of 2012, through the grief, she still had to think about the harvest. She asked her kids if they wanted to continue farming and they said yes. So the family got to work. “The reality of a farm, especially in summer, is that there is a

Group of people standing outside a rural hall.

Country Crossroads

Keys to the hall hold secret to vibrant community

Serving on the hall board has become a family tradition in these parts

By Lorraine Stevenson April 16, 2014

It’s where newlyweds dance, long-marrieds celebrate anniversaries, and countless gifts have been opened at bridal and baby showers. It’s where families have reunited and mourners have paid their final respects. Don’t even try to figure out how much beer has been served at all the socials. Now, on the eve of reaching a milestone of

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Farm business

Business interests can’t be dictated by family interests

VIDEO: Dairy producers separate curds from whey at annual meeting

Liberal and Green Party candidates attend Eat, Think, Vote event

Food Secure Canada wants to make food an election issue

Farm succession plans lacking, poll shows

Young farmers discuss taking the farm to the next generation

Land values may have peaked

Gap in understanding between consumers and producers

Annual conference highlights female farmer strength, capability

Keys to the hall hold secret to vibrant community

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